Drainage
An inspection of drain-tile and rainwater leaders with all joints primed and glued and the pipe bedded in gravel with the top of the pipe showing (see Drainage Notes ). (See WorkSafeBC Policy re Excavation Construction Site Safety). Note: Drainage Permit required for installation and inspection of drain tile, sanitary and storm sewers, and on-site water service lines.
Sewers
An inspection of the sewer pipe firmly bedded in the trench, test on, and before any backfill. (See WorkSafeBC Policy re Excavation Construction Site Safety)
Water Service
An inspection of the pipe in the trench, sand bedding or sleeve, and the water turned on.
DWV and Water Pipes
All DWV and water pipes must be tested and visible for inspection. This inspection must pass before framing inspection can be called.
Heating
All pipes tested with air and visible for inspection. Permanent waterproof labels to be in place on all loops showing: zone number, exact footage, the room served, and sub-area for multiple loops in one room. Supply and returns require an inspection complete with a test. Heating pipe inspections must be passed before framing inspection can be called. Design and installation to be by the current TECA standards. See Hot Water Heating Inspection Requirements - Installation Guide
Sprinkler
All pipes to be tested to 200 PSI and inspected before covering any pipe. No piping permitted to touch electrical wires of any kind. Maintain clearances from pot lights. Frost protection inspection required by the plumbing inspector. Sprinkler rough-in and frost protection must be passed by the plumbing inspector before calling for the framing inspection.
Bathtubs and showers
Bathtubs and showers to be properly supported, filled with water, and inspected before drywall.
More Information
West Vancouver does not issue or inspect gas installations. For details, please visit:
Technical Safety BC